Uniform

Uniform is a great way of showing that we are all in this together and proud of our Academy identity.

We encourage students to take pride in themselves and their appearance at all times. Our uniform prepares students for the world of work; is practical and smart and helps our students develop a sense of belonging in our academy community.

Ethos
All children at Co-op Academy Woodslee wear their school uniform with pride. It contributes to a sense of belonging and teamwork. Therefore when your child joins Co-op Academy Woodslee, we are all in a shared agreement that :

It is the responsibility of children, parents and carers to ensure that the correct Woodslee uniform is worn at all times;

It is the responsibility of Co-op Academy Woodslee staff to promote high expectations with the school uniform.

It is the responsibility of children, parents and carers to ensure that the correct Woodslee PE uniform is worn at all times;

It is the responsibility of children, parents and carers that PE kits are kept in a named navy blue drawstring shoebag with squirrel logo;

It is the responsibility of children, parents and carers that named PE kits are kept in school during term time;

It is the responsibility of children, parents and carers that when swimming boys wear swimming trunks and not shorts. Girls should have their hair tied back preferably with a swimming hat;

All children have a right to learn therefore:

For safety reasons, children are not permitted to wear any kind of jewellery including earrings in school except watches. If a child needs to wear a piece of jewellery for medical or religious reasons, it must be agreed with the Headteacher and removed or covered up during physical activity with a letter written to explain the reason;

Navy blue head coverings can be worn for religious beliefs. Burkhas are not permitted;

Nail polish and hair gel must not be worn;

Shoulder length hair and longer should be tied back neatly, with plain blue or blue/white checked bands or blue ‘scrunchies’. Large hair rosettes and bows are not to be worn. Hair must not be shaven either partially or fully or have marked patterns shaven into the hair. Boy’s hair length should be no shorter than a number three.

Books & Bags

All children are to use a navy blue briefcase-style bag or blue rucksack with squirrel logo for carrying their reading books, pencils and belongings.

Non Compliance of School Uniform Policy

· It is the responsibility of Co-op Academy Woodslee staff to promote high expectations with the school uniform;

· It is the responsibility of children, parents and carers to ensure that the correct Co-op Woodslee uniform is worn at all times;

· As a pupil of Co-op Academy Woodslee you agree to the school uniform policy therefore school sanctions will be put in place if this is not adhered to.